Could a place forgotten by time hold the key to Staten Island’s ecological future? Arlington Marsh, a quiet expanse on Staten Island’s North Shore, whispers this very question. Here, where the Arthur Kill merges with the Kill van Kull, industry’s ghost dances with nature’s resilience. Arlington Marsh, once a bustling hub of shipyards and factories, now stands as a testament to nature’s reclaiming power. The remnants of piers and burned-out vessels rest in harmony with the tidal rhythms. At low tide, a graveyard of 19th-century sailing ships emerges, their hulls cradling native cordgrass and mussel beds. This 55-acre haven, acquired by the Parks Department, represents one of the last healthy salt marshes in New York City. Its importance lies not just in its biodiversity but in its role as a natural buffer against storm surges. Long before the clang of machinery, the Lenape Indians camped here, drawn by the wetland’s abundant shellfish. Today, Arlington Marsh stands as a poignant reminder of Staten Island’s layered history, whispering a promise of ecological renewal amidst the echoes of the past.
Gould Family Mausoleum
Ever heard of a “Robber Baron?” Here at Woodlawn Cemetery stands the Gould Family Mausoleum. It is a testament to